Advanced TMD Problem Solving with Clayton A. Chan, DDS

2009-01-21T03:34:00.000-08:00

"Advanced TMD Problem Solving for the Complex Cases"
Course Description: “Treating the Complex Cases – Beyond the Basics”

Prerequisite Course: All Previous Programs

Keys to the Next Level

Knowing how to resolve your patients’ problems is a significant step toward building a successful practice. Having the confidence and ability to handle the complex cases is based on information and skills. Mastering the complex cases takes that foundational knowledge and skill to the “Next Level” of implementation.

Do you have patient’s who experience unresolved masseter muscle soreness, yet their headaches and limited cervical range of motion are resolved? Or cervical and facial pain has been resolved, but ear congestion feelings still remains? The cases are on trajectory, orthotic occlusion is balanced, clench strength is great, range of motion normal, Chiropractic/Physical Therapy modalities have been implemented – What’s Next? Have you interpreted your scans correctly?

Dr. Chan teaches his protocols to get these answers and insights how he handles his difficult cases that need more answers than the usual and typical techniques of EMGs and ascending/ descending issues.
“I have never had a NM patient that didn't get better, but I have had some that I haven't been able to completely resolve.” – Dr. B.L, Arizona?

Where does the clinician go to learn more about how to resolve more symptoms? Come listen to the expert and find out how to master your skills and knowledge.

Each student will bring 2 challenging cases for presentation and analysis. A standardized protocol will be prepared prior to the course.

Course Objectives:

Answer questions and concerns the NM clinician has after acquired training in occlusion, TMD, instrumentation and restorative procedures, but still has unresolved muscular problems with the patient.
Review cases – Doctors bring photos, models and records for review to the class.
Key principles to handle dual bite cases.
Discuss the importance of Occlusal Plane angulation and its effect on the head and neck.
Etiology of the Class I, II and III tongue posture
Head posture and it’s correlation to the sacral/pelvis relationship
Fundamentals in treating the complex cases
Detecting the unrecognized Class IV interference
The importance of proper maxillary cast orientation with the laboratory – It matters and has great implications on masticatory resolution.
A time with Dr. Chan in problem solving, case review, interaction and reassessment of protocols, techniques and methodology.
Review NM Bite Taking Protocols
Review Micro-Occlusion Protocols
Review of Bite Management Protocols
Review of Scan Interpretation

You Will Learn:

The criteria to establishing muscular comfort and occlusal stability.
How to analyze and plan effective treatment for every type of occlusal scheme and problem.
How to handle cases that are not completely resolving, complex cases, etc.
– Broad arch forms that appear simple – Class I dental
– Anterior open bites
– Occlusal plane problems
– Maxillary retracted arches
– Cross bites
– Maxillary retro-inclined problems
– Dual bite problems
How to get better results in eliminating symptoms in Phase I stabilization therapy.
Optimization of the Trajectory using the Chan Protocol
What is a Class IV Interference
How to transition the bite effectively to a restorative Phase II treatment.
Advanced Examination & Analysis
Musculoskeletal Signs & Symptom Evaluation
Growth and Development

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